What are the responsibilities and job description for the Affiliate Video Assistant position at New York Yankees?
Affiliate Video Assistant
Department: Player Development
Reports To: Video Coordinator
Job Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Overview:
Building upon our storied legacy, the New York Yankees look to attract the best possible talent not just on the field, but in the front office as well. It is our shared responsibility to maintain the first-class reputation associated with the franchise in all aspects of our business.
The Affiliate Video Assistant will serve as a key member of our Player Development team, responsible for overseeing video and data collection, as well as managing travel logistics and administrative duties for their assigned affiliate.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Chart, manage, and distribute all game and practice video and data for their assigned affiliate.
- Assist with Major League and Minor League video and data collection during Spring Training.
- Coordinate all aspects of break camp travel and itinerary for players and staff going to their assigned affiliate.
- Manage all aspects of affiliate travel and admin duties including flights, hotel reservations, and bus schedules.
- Work in conjunction with coaches and analysts to assist with advance scouting reports prior to each series and game.
- Capture and upload non-game video including bullpens, batting practice, defensive drills, etc.
- Oversee all high-speed video capture and upload processes for games and practices.
- Manage Trackman and HawkEye operations and workflow at assigned affiliate.
- Assist Amateur, International, and Pro Scouting departments with miscellaneous video needs.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Previous experience charting games with BATS is preferred.
- Previous experience in a professional baseball clubhouse is preferred.
- Deep understanding of baseball rules and how to score a baseball game.
- Ability to accurately identify pitch types.
- Previous Experience with baseball technologies such as Trackman, Edgertronics, KinaTrax, HawkEye, etc. is preferred.
- Available to work long hours, holidays, and weekends
- Ability to carry heavy equipment, climb stairs, and set up cameras around a stadium setting.
This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of the employee. The New York Yankees are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.
